Lead Educator

Sheldon College · Sheldon, QLD

Employment

Full time, Permanent

Subject

General Teaching

Sector

Independent

Teaching level

Early childhood

Closing date

18 September 2026

28 days remaining
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About Sheldon College

School type

Co-educational

Year range

Prep-12

School staff (FTE)

199.1

109.4 teaching · 89.7 non-teaching

Students per teacher

13.5:1

teaching FTE basis

Total enrolments

1,481

Indigenous students

1%

Language other than English

44%

Girls vs boys

706 girls · 775 boys

48%
52%

Socio-educational background

Well above the Australian average

More disadvantage Average More advantage

Source: ACARA My School data

Role description

  • Employer of Choice in Education for 2025 & 2026
  • Excellent resources and collaborative team
  • Comprehensive wellbeing and family-friendly benefits

The Role

We are currently seeking a Lead Educator to assist in implementing a care program catering to the individual needs of each child within a group setting.

Primary duties include supervising and interacting with the children, setting up activities, and ensuring a welcoming atmosphere for all at our ELC facilities.

This role includes a strong responsibility for child safety and wellbeing, ensuring all practices align with legislative requirements and the College’s Child Safety and Wellbeing framework.

Full-time position for immediate start

 

Why work at Sheldon College?

Sheldon College has proudly been named an Employer of Choice in Education for 2025 & 2026 - a testament to our commitment to creating a supportive, rewarding, and dynamic workplace. We believe that People Make the Difference, and we invest in our staff through industry-leading benefits that promote Financial, Health and Wellbeing, Social, Family, and Professional Growth.

Our leading, comprehensive benefits include:

  • Above Award remuneration.
  • Salary Sacrifice and Superannuation Co-Contribution.
  • College-paid Parental Leave.
  • 24/7 Employee Assistance Program for staff and their families.
  • Corporate discounts including Health Insurance, Gym and Optometry.
  • Employee fee discounts at our Early Learning Centre and Prep–12 College.
  • Staff Wellness Program and Staff Wellness Committee.
  • Paid Staff Pop Up Health clinics on site every Term including Massage, Skin Checks, Flu Vacc and…

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